Zanussi ZU 8124 manual Important Safety Instructions

1Important Safety Instructions

These warnings are provided in the interests of your safety. Ensure that you understand them all before installing or using this appliance. Your safety is of paramount importance. If you are unsure about any of the meanings or these warnings contact the Customer Care Department.

Prior to Installation

•Check the refrigerator for transport damage. Under no circumstances should a damaged appliance be installed! In the event of damage, please contact your retailer.

Installation

•This appliance is heavy. Care should be taken when moving it.

•It is dangerous to alter the specifications or attempt to modify this product in any way.

•Ensure that the appliance does not stand on the electrical supply cable. If the supply cable is damaged, it must be replaced by a cable available from your local Service Force Centre.

•Any electrical work required to install this appliance should be carried out by a quali- fied electrician or competent person.

•Parts which heat up should not be exposed. Whenever possible, the back of the appliance should be close to a wall, but lea- ving the required distance for ventilation, as stated in the installation instructions.

•The appliance should be left for 2 hours after installation before it is turned on, in order to allow the refrigerant to settle.

Refrigerant

The refrigerant isobutane (R600a) is contained within the refrigerant circuit of the appliance, a natural gas with a high level of environmental compatibility, which is nevertheless flammable.

•During transportation and installation of the appliance, be certain that none of the com- ponents of the refrigerant circuit become damaged.

•If the refrigerant circuit should become damaged:

–avoid open flames and sources of ignition;

–thoroughly ventilate the room in which the appliance is situated.

Child Safety

•Do not allow children to tamper with the con- trols or play with the product.

•There is a risk of suffocation! Keep packaging material away from children!

During Use

•This appliance is designed for domestic use only, specifically for the storage of edible foodstuffs only. It is not intended for commercial or industrial use

•Containers with flammable gases or liquids can leak at low temperatures. Do not store any containers with flammable materials such as, spray cans, fire extinguisher refill cartridges etc in the refrigerator.

•Frozen food should not be refrozen once it has thawed out.

•Do not place carbonated or fizzy drinks in the freezer compartment.

•Ice lollies can cause ’frost/freezer burns’ if consumed straight from the star compart- ment.

•Do not remove items from the freezer com- partment if your hands are damp/wet, as this could cause skin abrasions or frost/freezer burns.

•Bottles and cans must not be placed in the freezer compartment. They can burst when the contents freeze.

•Manufacturers´ recommendet storage times should be adhered to. Refer to relevant instructions.

Maintenance and Cleaning

•Before cleaning, always switch off the appliance and disconnect from the electrical supply.

•When unplugging always pull the plug from the mains socket, do not pull on the cable.

Servicing

•This product should be serviced by an authorised engineer and only genuine spare parts should be used.

•Under no circumstances should you attempt to repair the appliance yourself. Repairs carried out by inexperienced persons may cause injury or serious malfunctioning. Contact your local Service Force Centre.

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